Finasteride 5 mg Tablet

Adult dose

Take 5 mg orally once a day as finasteride, regardless of meals. Even if symptoms improve upon taking the medication, a minimum treatment period of 6 months is necessary.

This medication should not be used in children or women, particularly those who are pregnant or may become pregnant should avoid touching broken pieces of this medicine. This medication may affect the development of the external genitalia of male fetuses, so caution is needed for pregnant women. Depression or mood changes may occur; consult a healthcare professional if such symptoms appear. Individuals with allergic reactions to this medication or those with specific genetic lactose intolerance, as well as those allergic to soybean oil, beans, or peanuts, should avoid taking this medicine. Patients with poor liver function or abnormal fat metabolism should use this medication cautiously, and it is advisable to monitor blood lipid levels regularly while taking this medication. This medication may cause side effects related to sexual function, including erectile dysfunction, decreased libido, and ejaculation disorders. Long-term use may also report breast abnormalities or, rarely, the possibility of male breast cancer, so caution is necessary. Immediate effects may not be observed upon taking this medication; therefore, a proper diagnosis and treatment for urinary disorders should be pursued. Reports suggest a risk related to prostate cancer, so regular check-ups are essential for men over 55 years of age. This medication generally has low interaction with other drugs, but inform your healthcare professional of any medications you are currently taking. It is safest for pregnant or breastfeeding women to avoid using this medication, as exposure during pregnancy may affect the fetus. Safety and efficacy in children have not been established, so it should not be used in this population. The elderly can use this medication at the same dosage as adults; however, it is advisable to consult healthcare professionals based on their health status. This medication may affect blood test results, making it important to inform healthcare professionals about its intake prior to testing. There is no specific treatment for overdose, but recommended doses should be adhered to, and it should be kept out of reach of children.

Serious side effects

Hives, angioedema (including swelling of lips, tongue, throat, and face) → severe allergic reaction

Mild side effects

Erectile dysfunction, decreased libido, reduced ejaculation volume, ejaculation disorders, breast enlargement, breast tenderness, rash, muscle pain, myasthenia, depression, suicidal thoughts, anxiety, testicular pain, blood dyscrasia, male infertility, dizziness, headache, dyspepsia, constipation, gastrointestinal disturbances (heartburn), dry mouth, tingling of both hands, hypersensitivity reactions, lethargy, otitis media, liver function abnormalities

Store this medication in a tightly sealed container to prevent ingress of air, and it is best to keep it at room temperature between 1 and 30 degrees Celsius. This helps maintain the efficacy of the medication, allowing safe usage.

Appearance

Blue circular film-coated tablets

Package unit

30 tablets/PTP (10 tablets/PTP × 3)